Child abuse recognition and reporting CE requirements by state
Pennsylvania requires PTs, PTAs and OTs to take board-approved child abuse recognition and reporting training. Iowa requires mandatory reporter training of licensees whose work makes them mandatory reporters.
2states require it of PTs
2states require it of OTs
| State | Physical therapists | Occupational therapists |
|---|---|---|
| Iowa | If Iowa law makes you a mandatory reporter (for example, in your job), training in identifying and reporting child abuse or dependent adult abuse within the previous 3 years. You confirm it on your renewal application. rules | If Iowa law makes you a mandatory reporter (for example, in your job), training in identifying and reporting child abuse or dependent adult abuse within the previous 3 years. You confirm it on your renewal application. rules |
| Pennsylvania | PTs: 2 hours of law or ethics, and 2 hours of board-approved child abuse recognition and reporting PTAs: 2 hours of law or ethics, 2 hours of board-approved child abuse recognition and reporting, and 4 hours on identifying and responding to emergency health conditions rules | At least 2 hours of board-approved training in child abuse recognition and reporting (part of the 24) rules |
Where to take it
- Pennsylvania's courses must be approved by the Department of Human Services and the licensing board. Iowa's training must meet Iowa Code requirements.
Summaries of each board's rules. A state not listed doesn't require this topic as far as its PT and OT rules say. Rules change, so confirm with your board.
Other required topics
- Ethics 21 states
- State law and jurisprudence 25 states
- Human trafficking 3 states
- Implicit bias 3 states
- Suicide prevention 4 states
- Cultural competency and health equity 5 states
- Pain management 2 states
- Preventing medical errors 1 state
- HIV/AIDS 1 state
- CPR and basic life support 3 states
- Sexual harassment prevention 1 state
- Dementia recognition 1 state
- Mental health and substance use 1 state